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The Garden Manor

108 North Twentieth Street
Historic Olde Towne
Columbus, OH 43203
United States of America

(614)258-6992
(866)925-4929
 
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Circa 1895. Extending the tradition of gracious hospitality, The Garden Manor Bed & Breakfast is located in Old Towne Columbus, Ohio. This historic home is listed in the Columbus Register of Historic Places. Opulent Victorian décor and ornate details are accented by period-style furnishings. Relax in the parlor, browse the library or sit in the brick walled-in back yard garden patio. Guest rooms are spacious and well-appointed with marble tile baths, luxury linens and fireplaces. Linger over a satisfying breakfast before exploring the local sights and attractions. Gather in the afternoon for refreshments and conversation.

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Rates

$119 to $139

Payment types accepted include American Express, Master Card, Travelers Checks, Visa and Credit Cards Through PayPal.

Meals Included in Rates:

  • Breakfast
  • Snacks/Refreshments
  • Wine

Events Hosted

  • Reunions
  • Romantic Getaways
  • Seminars

Available Food Service

  • Full Breakfast
  • Wine

Other Activities

  • Sports Events, Major, College
  • Shopping (Local Crafts)
  • Museums
  • Live Theater
  • Golf
  • Bicycling
  • Art Galleries
  • Antiquing
  • Concert Venue
  • Gourmet/fine Dining
  • Historical Interests
  • Movie Theater
  • National/state Parks
  • Nature Area
  • German Village
  • Short North Gallery Hop
  • Franklin Park Conservatory
  • Kelton House Museum

Innkeeper(s)

Al Waddell & Allen Baker

Rooms

This property has 3 total guest accommodations, 2 with private bath, 3 with fireplaces and 1 conference room. The types of beds available include Queen.

Amenities In Room

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bath Amenities
  • Bathrobes
  • Cable TV
  • Central Air
  • Clock Radio
  • Coffeemaker
  • Data Ports
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Modem Hook-Up
  • Reading Lamps
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack Bar
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet Access

Amenities On Site

  • Computers
  • DVD
  • Fax
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Library
  • PC
  • Phone
  • Television

Business Traveler Amenities

  • Daily Newspapers
  • Desk
  • FAX On-site
  • Flexible Cancellation
  • Flexible Check in/out Times
  • Gym Nearby
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet Access
  • Iron/Ironing Board
  • Modem Connection
  • Off-site Dry Cleaning Services
  • Television
  • Wireless Internet Access

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Location: City/Urban and State Capital.


Romantic Interest

Luxury appointed rooms with fine furnishings and linens

Historic Interest

The home's builder was Dr. Lewis M. Early who was a pioneer in the development of x-ray technology for medical use. In 1909 he sold a patent to Eastman Kodak for a process that stored x-ray images on photographic paper. Eastman reportedly paid him an astounding $1,600,000 for his discovery.

Historic Awards:

  • City Historical Site (Granted)
  • Local Register (Granted)
  • National Register (Granted)
  • State Historical Site (Granted)
  • State Register (Granted)

Historic Memberships:

  • City Historical Society
  • Local Historical Society
  • National Trust
  • State Historical Society
  • Olde Towne East Neighborhood Association

Historic sites nearby:

Franklin Park Conservatory c. 1890 (1 mile), The Ohio State Capital Building (1.5 miles), The World renowned Topiary Garden (1 mile), Kelton House Museum (1.5 miles), Historic German Village (1.5 miles), Lincoln Theatre (1/2 mile), The Ohio Theatre - the official Theatre of the State of Ohio (1.5 miles), the Palace Theatre (2 miles), Greenlawn Cemetary (4 miles), Camp Chase (8 miles), Ohio Historical Society and Library (6 miles), The Public Library (1.5 miles)

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About Our Rooms

Early Room

Named after the homes original builder Dr. Lewis M. Early. This room features an ensuite marble tiled shower bath, decorative fireplace and comfortable seating. It also has stunning custom designed hand stenciled ceilings, hardwood floors and great garden views.

 

Tussing Room

Named in honor of the homes second owner, L. Benton Tussing, who was a prominate attorney and real estate developer. It features a queen-sized half tester bed. The Wedgewood color is inspired by the original Wedgewood fireplace with marble surround. Original Greek key crown moulding and hardwood floors create a very elegant space. The marble tiled bath is shared with only one other room and has a clawfoot tub with shower combination.

 

Madry Room

Named in honor of the home's most previous owner, Marie Madry. who founder the Garden Manor Cultural Arts Center here in 1980. The room features rich colors in golds, chocolate and azure blue. It has georgous art and the most comfortable reading chair in the house! The marble tiled bath is shared with only one other room and has a clawfoot tub with shower combination.

 

Guest House Suite

The original 1892 office building of Dr. Early is a separate free standing structure located just across the garden from the main house. It's features include a living room, bed room with a queen-size bed, full kitchen and bath. Amenities also include fireplace, beautiful stained glass windows, a full sized washer and dryer, cable TV and high-speed internet connection. This space is perfect for the business traveler who wants privacy and convenience as well as small groups and families traveling together. It will comfortably sleep four with a roll a way bed in the living room.

 

Policies

Minimum Stay Requirements:No minimum stay required
Cancellation:Full refund (less a $15 processing fee) if canceled within 7 days or if room can be re-rented. Check-in time is 3 PM, check-out time is 10 AM (both flexible).
Pets:Innkeepers pets on premises and Guest pets cannot be accommodated.
Smoking:Smoke Free Property.

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